Quality Manager (Manufacturing) - R65k - Durban (Pinetown) - Open to all races -• Matric and BTech / BEng. or BSC Mechanical qualification in Engineering

Introduction

An automotive parts manufacturing company based in Pinetown, KZN is looking for a Production Manager to lead and manage the production team to create a management culture that drives performance to ensure that good quality parts are produced on time in full and to budget to meet the expectations of customers and stakeholders in a safe working environment.

• To provide clear leadership for the development of an environment focused on Quality.

• Develop quality-process links with customers in line with the Quality Management system (including IATF16949, ISO14001 / ISO 9001 / VDA6), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Controls Plans, Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA) and Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) processes and oversee continued compliance and embedding across the business.

• Responsible for maintaining relationships with customers and suppliers to maximise profit potential and ensure efficiency.

• Manage the audit programme as well as supplier development and improvement, and play a key role in ensuring project deliveries.

• Work proactively with all Directors, Managers, Supervisors and Employees, to maintain a programme of continual improvement within their areas of responsibility. Lead a ‘correct at source’ and problem-solving methodology (Lean).

• Lead the team to achieve quality targets for customers and business goals. Ensure all departments comply with all relevant legislation and company policies and procedures.

Duties & Responsibilities

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• Quality Control

• Quality Control Engineering

• HRD

• Contribute to the creation and implementation of best practice quality vision, strategy, policies, processes and procedures to aid and improve operational performance.

• Contribute to new business initiatives and projects and review and communicate the impact on Quality activities

• Implement all relevant procedures described in the Quality Management System (QMS) and ensure compliance.

• Ensure that all in-house systems and procedures are updated, revised and modified to meet the needs of external certification bodies.

• Ensure that all necessary systems and procedures are in place to satisfy all customer requirements and audits.

• Introduce new systems and procedures where appropriate.

• Train others in all aspects of the quality system and application of procedures.

• Undertake internal and process audits of the Quality Management System (QMS).

• Management of the Quality Engineers and Technicians in the sign-off of parts and the resolution of internal/external quality concerns.

• Establish and refine quality sign-off instructions, standards and documentation.

• Ensure the delivery of the People Strategy within the area of accountability.

• Manage, coach and develop a high-performing Quality Operations team that meets agreed objectives and which delivers best practice results, added value and continuous improvements.

• Manage and lead the team, ensuring adequate staffing levels.

• Motivate and coach the team to operational success.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Matric and BTech / BEng. or BSC Mechanical qualification in Engineering

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Quality management in an automotive environment.

• SYSPRO – advanced

• Excel – intermediate

• PowerPoint – intermediate

• Word – intermediate

• Outlook – intermediate

• Core Tools.

• Sound knowledge of SQAM, VDA6 and other customer requirements.

• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specification.

• Knowledge and understanding of IATF 16949, ISO14001 and VDA6.

Package & Remuneration

R65k (excl benefits)